Jumping Jack vs Rowing Machine

Maximizing Your Cardio Workout Plan

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Jumping Jack burns more per minute than Rowing Machine — MET 9 vs 8.5. Compare intensity, joint impact, and form for both Cardio options.

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Planfit Users' Choice about Jumping Jack vs Rowing Machine : Which is Better?

Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Rowing Machine more often — 528 sessions compared to 275 for Jumping Jack.

Popularity is not the whole answer. Jumping Jack and Rowing Machine differ in the muscles they load, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.

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How to Jumping Jack

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Jumping Jack muscles worked: Cardio

Form

  1. 1. Please stand with your feet together and your arms by your sides.
  2. 2. Jump while simultaneously spreading your feet wider than shoulder-width apart and raising your arms above your head.
  3. 3. Jump again while bringing your feet together and lowering your arms to your sides.

Coach's Comment

  1. Jump with your knees slightly bent and keep tension in your shoulders.

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How to Rowing Machine

Rowing Machine gif

Rowing Machine muscles worked: Cardio

Form

  1. 1. Fix your feet and sit while holding the handle.
  2. 2. While straightening your legs, lean your body back and pull the handle.
  3. 3. Pull your elbows to your sides while keeping your abdominal muscles engaged.

Coach's Comment

  1. Keep your back straight and be careful not to stretch your legs excessively.

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